AS Roma - FC Porto: predictions and betting tips for the Playoff Europa League match. February 20, 2025

Match preview

In the 1/16 playoffs of the Europa League, a second-leg match will take place between AS Roma and FC Porto. This time, the match will be held in Rome at Stadio Olimpico.

The first match ended in a predictable 1-1 draw, leaving the question open about which team will advance to the next stage. A tough and defensive game with many fouls and even a red card led Roma’s head coach, Claudio Ranieri, to file a protest after the match, criticizing the poor level of refereeing. One of Roma’s key forwards suffered an injury and will miss the second leg. Porto played at their usual level and does not plan to slow down in the next game.

A tight match is expected, with both teams having roughly equal chances to progress. They have had enough time to recover. Ukrainian Roma player Artem Dovbyk is in good form and determined to help his team reach the next stage. 

Statistics and Head-to-Head

Each team will play only one match before their head-to-head encounter. Recent results show that Porto has managed only one win in their last five matches, with four draws. Roma, on the other hand, secured two wins, suffered two losses, and had one draw in the same period.

In head-to-head meetings, Porto holds a slight advantage. Anselmi Martin’s team has won twice in their six encounters, while Roma has won once, and three matches ended in a draw.

Predictions and Betting Tips for AS Roma vs FC Porto 

AS Roma is the сlear favorite in this match. Experts from best-betting.net highlight some interesting bets: 

• Porto to advance – odds 2.89 

• Total goals under 2.5 – odds 1.9

• Both teams to score – No – odds 1.8